Organic mechanisms are one of the most heavily examined areas of A-Level Chemistry and a major source of lost marks for otherwise capable students. Mechanisms can account for up to 50% of A-Level Paper 2 Exams.
Suitable for OCR and AQA exam boards.
This guide breaks down every core A-Level mechanism into simple, repeatable patterns, helping you understand why each step happens rather than relying on memorisation alone.
Inside you'll find:
✓ Free-radical substitution
✓ Electrophilic addition
✓ Nucleophilic substitution
✓ Nucleophilic addition
✓ Electrophilic substitution
✓ Elimination
Complete with:
✓ Reagents and conditions glossary
✓ Colour-coded curly arrow mechanisms
✓ Drawing curly arrow mechanisms checklist
Designed for A-Level Chemistry students aiming to improve confidence, accuracy and exam technique, this guide provides a structured approach you can apply across Paper 2 and beyond.
Created by Ope Johnson - A-Level Chemistry exam technique specialist with 15+ years of tutoring experience helping students improve confidence, exam technique and grades.
Organic mechanisms are one of the most heavily examined areas of A-Level Chemistry and a major source of lost marks for otherwise capable students. Mechanisms can account for up to 50% of A-Level Paper 2 Exams.
Suitable for OCR and AQA exam boards.
This guide breaks down every core A-Level mechanism into simple, repeatable patterns, helping you understand why each step happens rather than relying on memorisation alone.
Inside you'll find:
✓ Free-radical substitution
✓ Electrophilic addition
✓ Nucleophilic substitution
✓ Nucleophilic addition
✓ Electrophilic substitution
✓ Elimination
Complete with:
✓ Reagents and conditions glossary
✓ Colour-coded curly arrow mechanisms
✓ Drawing curly arrow mechanisms checklist
Designed for A-Level Chemistry students aiming to improve confidence, accuracy and exam technique, this guide provides a structured approach you can apply across Paper 2 and beyond.
Created by Ope Johnson - A-Level Chemistry exam technique specialist with 15+ years of tutoring experience helping students improve confidence, exam technique and grades.
